Interpol Defence Specialists

Israeli Interpol Lawyers — Red Notice Removal & CCF Applications

We represent clients facing Interpol Red Notices, diffusions, and extradition requests before the Jerusalem District Court, Tel Aviv District Court, and the Commission for the Control of Interpol's Files (CCF). Our team works to prevent unlawful arrests and to secure notice deletions.

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196

INTERPOL member countries

Months — CCF decision deadline

Art. 3

ICPO Constitution basis

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Interpol Defence Israel

Challenging Unlawful Red Notices and Diffusions Under Israeli and International Law

When an Interpol Red Notice or diffusion is issued against you, immediate legal action is required. Israel cooperates with Interpol through the National Central Bureau (NCB) in Petah Tikva, which processes requests from 196 member countries. A Red Notice does not constitute an international arrest warrant — it is a request to locate and provisionally arrest a person pending extradition proceedings.

Under the Extradition Law 5714-1954, Israeli courts retain full discretion to refuse extradition requests that violate fundamental rights, lack dual criminality, or are politically motivated. Our firm represents clients before the Jerusalem District Court and Tel Aviv District Court in extradition hearings, challenging both the admissibility of foreign requests and the underlying Interpol notices. We simultaneously file applications with the Commission for the Control of Interpol's Files (CCF) in Lyon, France — the independent body authorised under Article 3 of the ICPO Constitution to review and delete unlawful notices.

The CCF process typically takes 3 to 9 months and can result in deletion in well-documented cases involving political persecution, procedural violations, or Article 3 ICPO breaches (prohibiting Interpol intervention in political, military, religious, or racial matters). Our CCF application service includes comprehensive legal submissions, supporting evidence from Israeli law and international human rights standards, and liaison with Interpol's General Secretariat.

We also defend against diffusion notices — alerts circulated outside the formal Red Notice system, often with less scrutiny. Israeli authorities may act on diffusions at border crossings or during routine checks. Our team works with the Israeli Ministry of Justice, the State Attorney's Office, and international counsel to ensure that your rights under the Extradition Law, the Basic Law: Human Dignity and Liberty, and the Rules on the Processing of Data (RPD) are protected throughout the process.

At a Glance

Interpol & Extradition Practice Areas

CourtsJerusalem District Court, Tel Aviv District Court

CCF FilingLyon, France — 3 to 9 months processing

Legal BasisExtradition Law 5714-1954, Article 3 ICPO

Success RateExtradition Law 5714-1954 · Art. 3 ICPO

The Problem

Without Specialist Counsel

✕ Arrest at Ben Gurion Airport without advance warning or legal preparation

✕ Extended detention pending extradition hearing — up to 60 days under Extradition Law Section 10

✕ No CCF application filed — Red Notice remains active indefinitely across 196 countries

✕ Generic criminal defence lawyers unfamiliar with ICPO procedures and RPD standards

✕ Extradition granted due to failure to raise dual criminality, political motive, or human rights defences

Our Solution

With Our Representation

✓ Proactive CCF application filed within 48 hours — deletion achieved

✓ Coordinated defence before Israeli District Courts and Interpol Lyon General Secretariat

✓ Immediate habeas corpus motions and bail applications citing Article 3 ICPO violations

✓ Travel risk assessments and safe passage arrangements for clients with active notices

✓ Extradition refusal secured on grounds of political persecution, procedural defects, or dual criminality failure

How We Handle an Interpol Matter

Emergency Legal Assessment

We review the Red Notice or diffusion, identify Article 3 ICPO violations, assess dual criminality under Israeli law, and determine grounds for CCF deletion or District Court challenge.

CCF Application Filing

We prepare and submit a comprehensive application to the Commission for the Control of Interpol's Files in Lyon, supported by Israeli legal opinions, human rights documentation, and procedural defect evidence.

Israeli Court Defence

If extradition proceedings are initiated, we represent you before the Jerusalem or Tel Aviv District Court, raising defences under the Extradition Law 5714-1954 and the Basic Law: Human Dignity and Liberty.

Interpol Liaison & Monitoring

We liaise directly with Interpol's General Secretariat, the Israeli NCB, and requesting countries to ensure compliance with ICPO rules and prevent unlawful detention or transfer.

Notice Deletion & Travel Clearance

Upon CCF deletion or court refusal of extradition, we secure formal confirmation from Interpol and Israeli authorities, enabling safe international travel and removal from global watchlists.

5714-1954

Israeli Extradition Law

Extradition from Israel is decided under the Extradition Law 5714-1954, after the Minister of Justice certifies the request.

Art. 3

ICPO Constitution

INTERPOL may not act on requests of a political, military, religious or racial character.

CCF decision deadline

The Commission for the Control of INTERPOL’s Files decides an admissible request concerning data within nine months.

196

countries

INTERPOL member countries

Notices and diffusions circulate to police in every member country.

Your Legal Team

Israeli Lawyers Specialising in Interpol and International Extradition Defence

Adv. Dr. Anatoliy Yarovyi

Doctor of Law — ECHR, Interpol & International Criminal Defence

Doctor of Law with Master’s degrees in law from Lviv University and Stanford University. Represents clients before the ECHR and in INTERPOL matters — extradition, data protection and freedom of movement. English, Ukrainian, Russian.

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Adv. Dmytro Konovalenko

Interpol Proceedings & International Law

Member of the International Association of Lawyers. Works on INTERPOL matters — CCF deletion applications, Red Notice and diffusion challenges, and preventive measures before a notice is issued.

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Official sources

Related service: travel ban removal.

This page explains general legal procedure and is not legal advice. Outcomes depend on the facts of each case.

Common Questions

Interpol Red Notices, CCF Applications, and Israeli Extradition Law

What is an Interpol Red Notice? +

An Interpol Red Notice is an international alert issued by Interpol at the request of a member country to locate and provisionally arrest a person pending extradition. It is not an international arrest warrant, but rather a request to law enforcement worldwide to locate and provisionally detain an individual. Red Notices are published for fugitives wanted for prosecution or to serve a sentence for serious crimes.

How do I remove an Interpol Red Notice? +

To remove an Interpol Red Notice, you must submit a request to Interpol's Commission for the Control of Files (CCF) in Lyon, France. The CCF is an independent body that reviews whether the Red Notice complies with Interpol's rules, particularly Article 3 which prohibits notices for political, military, religious, or racial matters. If successful, the CCF can order the deletion or modification of the Red Notice from Interpol's databases.

Can Interpol arrest you in Israel? +

Interpol itself cannot arrest anyone in Israel or any other country, as it is not a law enforcement agency with arrest powers. Israeli law enforcement authorities may arrest individuals based on an Interpol Red Notice, but any arrest and extradition must comply with Israeli domestic law and extradition treaties. Israel maintains its own legal procedures and requirements that must be satisfied before any arrest or extradition can proceed.

How long does an Interpol Red Notice last? +

An Interpol Red Notice can remain active indefinitely as long as the requesting country maintains the underlying national arrest warrant or court decision. However, Interpol's rules require periodic review of Red Notices, and they may be removed if the underlying warrant expires or is withdrawn. Some countries' arrest warrants have statute of limitations, which may eventually lead to the removal of the associated Red Notice.

What is the difference between Red Notice and diffusion? +

A Red Notice is published through Interpol's central headquarters in Lyon and is visible to all 196 member countries after passing compliance checks. A diffusion is a direct alert sent by one country's National Central Bureau to selected countries without going through Interpol's headquarters review process. Diffusions are subject to less scrutiny and may not comply with Interpol's rules, making them potentially easier to challenge through the CCF.

Can you travel with an Interpol Red Notice? +

Traveling with an active Interpol Red Notice is extremely risky and may result in detention at border control in any of Interpol's 196 member countries. While some countries may not act on a Red Notice due to political considerations or lack of extradition treaties, there is no guarantee of safe passage. Many individuals subject to Red Notices severely restrict their international travel or remain in countries that are unlikely to enforce the notice.

What are the grounds for deleting an Interpol notice? +

Interpol's Commission for the Control of Files can order deletion if a Red Notice violates Article 3 of Interpol's Constitution — which bars notices based on political, military, religious, or racial grounds. Beyond that, the CCF looks for breaches in data handling, human rights violations, or a missing valid arrest warrant from the requesting country.

How does the CCF process work? +

Start by submitting a written request to the Commission for the Control of Files. Include your legal arguments and evidence showing exactly how the Red Notice violates Interpol's rules. Specificity matters — vague complaints rarely succeed.

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Facing an Interpol Red Notice or Extradition Request in Israel?

Our team responds within 2 hours and begins CCF applications or District Court defence immediately. Contact us for a confidential assessment.

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